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The Benefits of Using Search as a Service for E-commerce Websites
Navigating the vast world of e-commerce can be overwhelming for consumers. It is essential for online retailers to provide an…
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Kenyan e-commerce startup Chpter raises $1.2 million
Chpter, a Kenyan AI-powered conversational commerce platform founded by Marketforce co-founders has secured $1.2 million in their Pre-Seed round. Founded…
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Kenya’s SUKHIBA secures $1.5M seed extension to expand WhatsApp-based e-commerce in emerging markets
SUKHIBA, a Kenyan commerce and CRM platform has completed a $1.55 million seed extension round led by EQ2 Ventures. Other…
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LG Partners Hotpoint feted at 2024 Kenya e-Commerce Awards
Hotpoint Appliances, a leading distributor of LG electronics, won silver in the Best Home Appliances (Brands) eCommerce Website category of…
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Parcel shipping platform TUNL raises $1 million to accelerate growth of e-commerce exports from Africa
TUNL, a South African parcel shipping platform has secured $1 million in pre-seed funding from Founders Factory Africa, Digital Africa…
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IFC announces a $3.4 million investment in African e-commerce platform ANKA
IFC has announced a $3.4 million equity investment in leading African e-commerce platform ANKA. The funding will allow ANKA, an…
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Five African transport and e-commerce startups emerge from GIZ LoT 17 program
Seedstars and Lab of Tomorrow (LoT) have announced the conclusion of LoT 17, an innovative program aimed at transforming Nigeria’s…
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B2B E-commerce startup Wasoko to invest over $1 million in Zambia
Wasoko has revealed plans to invest over $1 million in Zambia. The B2B retail and e-commerce made this announcement even…
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dLocal launches new payment platform to boost African e-commerce transactions
dLocal has announced the launch of a new all-in-one payment solution to manage global platform payments in one place. Known…
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Kenyan e-commerce startup Zumi is shutting down
Zumi, a Kenyan B2B e-commerce marketplace connecting retailers of non-food products to suppliers is reportedly closing shop after failing to…
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[Interview] Wasoko’s Neeti Kaushik on e-commerce and how the company is formalizing trade in Africa
Wasoko is one of Africa’s leading and most dynamic e-commerce platforms helping to make same-day deliveries of fast-moving consumer goods…
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[Interview] Peppa.io’s Bankole Alao on how they’re helping grow e-commerce business in Africa
Trust is a key component in the success of e-commerce business globally. Buyers first seek sellers who look and sound…
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Sendy introduces payment on delivery option for e-commerce vendors
Fulfillment and logistics startup Sendy has unveiled a Payment on Delivery product for e-commerce and social commerce vendors in Africa,…
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E-commerce fraud has recorded a 42% increase this festive season, report
A report by global information and consumer insights firm TransUnion has revealed that online shopping scams have increased by 42…
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Ex-Jumia executives launch new e-commerce platform
Former Jumia executives have teamed up to launch a new e-commerce company called “Kapu”. Launched on Monday, the new platform…
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Lipa Later to acquire popular e-commerce Startup Sky.Garden
Buy Now Pay Later (BNLP) company Lipa Later is acquiring troubled Kenyan e-commerce startup Sky.Garden. This comes about three weeks…
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Ex-Jumia executives to launch a new e-commerce platform next week
Former Jumia executives have joined forces to launch a new e-commerce company. Known as Kapu, the new platform is expected…
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Popular E-commerce Startup Sky.Garden Faces Closure After Failing To Raise Funding
Word in the streets has it that one of Kenya’s most popular e-commerce marketplace Sky.Garden may be closing down after…
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Startups
Kenyan B2B E-commerce Startup Wasoko Opens an Innovation Hub in Zanzibar
Innovation plays an ever-increasing role in growing Africa’s emerging technology ecosystem. In fact, A study by Briter Bridges and AfriLabs…
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Nigeria’s B2B e-commerce startup Omnibiz has raised $15 million to accelerate expansion
There is a growing number of startups across Africa that are helping to connect manufacturers with wholesalers and retailers. Nigeria’s…
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Egyptian fashion e-commerce startup The Fashion Kingdom has raised $2.6 Million in seed funding
Egyptian Fashion and accessories startup The Fashion Kingdom (TFK) has raised $2.6 in seed funding round. The company was founded…
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E-commerce giant Amazon is eyeing expansion to Africa by 2023
Global e-commerce giant Amazon is rumoured to have plans for extending its business to Africa by 2023, Business Insider reports.…
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Google to offer e-commerce training to 1000 SMEs in Kenya
Google has partnered with Coursera to develop an online course for Small and Medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in Kenya. Coursera is…
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AirDuka named overall winner of Kenya’s e-commerce startup of the year
AirDuka has been named the overall winner of the startup of the Year Award at the Kenya E-Commerce Summit and…
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Jumia celebrates 10 years of e-commerce in Kenya
Kenya’s leading e-commerce platform Jumia is marking its 10th Anniversary by celebrating consumers, and supporting sellers, and communities. The company’s…
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Kenyan B2B e-commerce startup TopUP Mama Has Raised $1.7 million Seed Funding
TopUp Mama a Kenyan startup that makes it easy for eateries to access supplies, banking services and management tools has…
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Kenyan e-commerce startup Sokowatch raises $125M, rebrands to Wasoko
Kenyan based B2B e-commerce startup Sokowatch has raised a $125 million Series B equity round, the largest venture financing round ever…
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BUSINESS
Equity Bank Awarded for Leading in E-Commerce payment volumes
Equity bank has been honoured with two awards by Visa for leading in Visa generated volumes in 2021. The bank…
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BUSINESS
FMCGs and everyday products key to e-commerce growth in Kenya, Jumia
Making Jumia an everyday brand is the company’s major mission this year. There is a clear shift by consumer online…
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Ivorian e-commerce startup Afrikrea raises $6.2M in pre-Series A, rebrands to “ANKA”
Afrikrea, an Ivorian e-commerce startup has raised $6.2M pre-Series A round led by Investisseurs & Partenaires. The startup has also…
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Dubai’s DUBUY.com e-commerce platform launches in Kenya
After launching in Rwanda early this year, Dubai-based DP World has announced the launch of its global wholesale e-Commerce platform…
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Stakeholders champion for the unity of e-commerce enablers in Kenya
The Ministry of ICT, Innovation and Youth Affairs, The Communications Authority of Kenya, The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) and…
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Nigeria’s e-commerce startup Sendbox raises $1.8 million
Sendbox has announced the completion of a $1.8 million seed round from investors including 4DX Ventures, Enza Capital, FJLabs, and…
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Equity Group’s Finserve Africa Bags 2021 E-Commerce Award
Equity Group’s fintech subsidiary, Finserve Africa, has been named the best in E-commerce – Banking/Financial and Insurance Services Gold Category…
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Jumia Kenya scoops two awards at the Kenya e-Commerce awards
Jumia has scooped two awards at the Kenya 2021 eCommerce awards. Recognizing online retailers that are contributing to removing barriers…
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Egypt’s social e-commerce startup Taager raises US$6.4 million seed round
Taager, an Egyptian social e-commerce startup, has raised a US$6.4 million seed funding round to help it scale its platform…
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Huawei’s Petal Search Now Features a Direct Link to e-Commerce Site Jumia
In March this year, Huawei Mobile announced a massive upgrade to its Petal Search. The upgrades improved some important aspects…
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BUSINESS
Women Can Add $14.57 Billion to E-Commerce in Africa, IFC Research
The e-commerce market in Africa could grow by more than $14.5 billion between 2025-2030 according to an IFC report published…
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Key enablers to E-commerce in Kenya
E-commerce sales globally amounted to $4.28 trillion in 2020. This was mainly attributed to lockdowns, social distancing, and the push…
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Kenya e-commerce startup Sokowatch among winners of AppsAfrica Innovation Awards 2020
Kenyan based B2B e-commerce startup Sokowatch is among the winners of the AppsAfrica Innovation Awards 2020. The awards celebrates the…
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BUSINESS
Jiji Online Market Place Kenya new security measures to protect its users in a bid to dominate Kenya’s e-commerce space
If you were a frequent user of OLX Kenya a few years ago, you probably already know that the e-commerce…
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Kenya’s e-commerce Startup Sokowatch wins ‘Visa Everywhere Initiative’ 2020 competition
Nairobi-based e-commerce startup Sokowatch has been named winner of the recently concluded Visa Everywhere Initiative – Pandemic Challenge. This year’s initiative was…
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Untold: 2G, 3G, 4G as E-Commerce Catalyst in Northern Kenya
Northern part of Kenya is covered by 2G, 3G, 4G mobile networks. This cellular data in Marsabit is provided by…
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DPO Group and Mastercard launch DPO Store, an e-commerce platform for African businesses
Digital payments company, DPO Group, has launched an e-commerce platform to help merchants across Africa to move their businesses online.…
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Kenyans turn to e-commerce as coronavirus pandemic fears grow
The coronavirus has spread to dozens of countries across Africa within weeks, with the head of the World Health Organisation…
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COLUMNS
[Column] Tearing down barriers for the growth of African rural e-commerce
The rise and growth of e-commerce in the world and primarily in Africa has created a lot of business opportunities,…
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[Column] Can e-commerce be Africa’s economic goldmine?
Digital economy in Africa is snowballing, and in the process, it’s creating new jobs and opportunities for digital entrepreneurs to…
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Kasha, Rwanda’s health and personal care products e-commerce platform now in Kenya
Kash, Rwandan e-health and personal care platform for women has officially launched in Kenya. The e-commerce platform first launched three…
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E-commerce firm goAfrica integrates Finserve’s Jenga Payment Gateway solution on its platform
goAfrica has announced the integration of Finserve’s Jenga Payment Gateway solution on its platform. The London-based e-commerce platform says…
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The Mastercard Love Index shows rising e-commerce spending in Kenya
The annual Mastercard Love Index indicates that Kenyans are willing to dig deeper into their pockets to make their partners…
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BUSINESS
E-Commerce penetration in Kenya ramping up travel
Online buying and selling of goods and services, online transactions, high mobile penetration, fast connectivity, a digital savvy population and…
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BUSINESS
Kenyan SMEs leverage e-commerce to compete with the big boys
80% of the products on online retailer platform Jumia are from accredited small businesses (SMEs), the company has revealed. This…
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BUSINESS
The Sharing Economy: a driver for e-commerce in Kenya and Africa.
Technologically advanced innovations and solutions are disrupting the somehow settled e-Commerce sector. According to a report by Price WaterHouse Coopers…
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Jumia and SheCares partner to provide E-commerce Training to over 3,000 Women in Kenya
Over 3,000 women from across the country are set to benefit from e-commerce training from Jumia in collaboration with SheCares…
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BUSINESS
5 Trends That Shaped Kenya’s E-Commerce Market in 2015
2015 has no doubt been an impressive year for e-commerce in Kenya as more and more consumers chose to turn…
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BUSINESS
E-commerce: Retailers should optimize supply chains to ensure customer satisfaction this festive season
The e-commerce shopping experience is increasingly becoming a popular option for consumers during the festive season. Retailers therefore need to…
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BUSINESS
E-Commerce: Beware of potential customs charges when sending or receiving gifts internationally
In the lead up to the festive season, consumers are increasingly turning to e-commerce shopping portals instead of visiting physical stores…
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BUSINESS
Interview: The evolving role of E-commerce in the travel industry
The most amazing aspect of e-commerce is its ability to impact sales and marketing efforts immediately, however, the uptake of…
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BUSINESS
e-Commerce:MOBOfree launches First-of-a-Kind ID Verification program in Nigeria and Uganda
MOBOfree has today announced the launch of the first-of-a-kind ID verification program in Nigeria and Uganda in what it says…
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e-Commerce: MOBOfree’s CEO Shares Top Security Tips with African Consumers
With Africa experiencing an e-Commerce revolution, more and more African consumers are looking for ways to protect themselves against scammers.…
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e-Commerce: MOBOfree Records Outstanding Performances in Africa
MOBOfree.com the leading African social marketplace, today announced that it had experienced an increase of more than 44% in the…
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BUSINESS
e-Commerce: MOBOfree Records Outstanding Performances in Africa
MOBOfree.com, the leading African social marketplace has announced an increase of more than 44% in the number of registered users…
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Francis DUFAY takes the reins of JUMIA in Côte d’Ivoire to lead the growth of e-commerce
Jumia has formalized the appointment of Francis DUFAY at the head of its subsidiary in Côte d’Ivoire. This announcement follows…
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Schneider Electric East Africa launches eCommerce platform
Schneider Electric East Africa has launched an eCommerce platform to streamline procurement for its full product range, targeting a wide…
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Calla PR launches digital marketplace to for African businesses
Calla PR, a leading strategic communications agency, has launched Calla Precision, a digital marketplace designed to connect businesses to their…
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Wasoko and MaxAB Tap Cruise CTO to Lead AI Initiatives
Wasoko and MaxAB, Africa’s largest B2B network of informal retailers, has announced the appointment of Mo Elshenawy as an Independent…
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BUSINESS
Jumia Kenya to offer discounts of up to 50% this Black Friday
Jumia, Kenya has today launched its much-anticipated Black Friday campaign that will run from November 1 to November 30, 2024.…
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BUSINESS
Maximize Your NCBA Bank Card Ahead of the Festivities
As we approach the holiday season, there are more and more ways to squeeze value out of your NCBA Bank…
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Jumia Shutting Down its Operations in Tunisia and South Africa
Jumia, once regarded as Africa’s leading e-commerce platform, is shutting down its operations in both Tunisia and South Africa. The…
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Standard Chartered Awards Sh8.75 Million to 7 Women-led Startups
Last week, Standard Chartered Kenya, in collaboration with Strathmore University’s @iBizAfrica awarded Sh 8.75 million to seven women-led startups in…
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COLUMNS
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Gerald Maithya: AI entrepreneurs hold the key to an era of unprecedented opportunity for Africa
It’s exciting to see how AI is opening up new possibilities for African entrepreneurs. Over the past few years, we’ve…
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Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 Long-Term Review: Still King in This Space
The foldable space in the country is heating up, especially this month. I’ve had the just-launched Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6…
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News
I&M Bank Launches AI-Powered ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Service
I&M Bank has introduced an AI-powered Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solution for its existing customers to enhance its unsecured…
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News
LOOP app’s DISCOVER tab makes finding new deals easier
LOOP app DISCOVER: We all love a bargain, especially when shopping online. The thrill of finding a great deal or…
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Gadgets
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 Review
This year, Samsung made a big splash by integrating Galaxy AI with Google AI and Google Gemini on the Galaxy…
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Gadgets
OPPO Reno12 5G Full Review: Midrange Jewel
OPPO Reno12 5G Review: OPPO Reno12 5G wants to offer a premium flagship experience at a modest price. Despite strong competition,…
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Reviews
OPPO Reno12 5G Camera Review: Almost Flagship Performance
OPPO Reno12 5G is the country’s latest midrange smartphone, and we’ve taken it through its paces over the past few…
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COLUMNS
Antony Muchiri: The growing Super Apps landscape in Africa
In recent years, the digital space in Africa has undergone a significant transformation, powered by increasing internet penetration, widespread smartphone…
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News
CA addresses Safaricom’s call for Starlink regulation
Kenya’s communications regulator, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA), has responded to Safaricom’s calls for the regulation of Elon Musk’s…
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LOOP, OPPO partner to offer financing for the new Reno12 devices
LOOP by LOOP DFS a Fintech subsidiary of the NCBA Group has partnered with OPPO to offer financing for the…
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Gadgets
AI-Powered OPPO Reno12 Series Launched in Kenya
OPPO Reno12 Series: OPPO has officially announced the launch of two new AI Phones – OPPO Reno12 and Reno12 F.…
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Ethiopia boosts digital financial services with its first virtual Visa card
Ethio telecom has partnered with Visa to launch Ethiopia’s first wallet-based Virtual Visa Card. The partnership which was announced on…
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BUSINESS
Carrefour Extends its Retail Graduate Programme Across Eight Countries
Majid Al Futtaim Retail, which owns the exclusive rights to operate Carrefour in Kenya, has launched the second edition of…
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News
How to Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy 2024 Foldables in Kenya
Galaxy 2024 Foldables Pre-order: Samsung’s relentless innovation has always driven the mobile industry forward, launching the latest foldable technology and…
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I&M Bank and Mastercard launch Business Credit Card proposition
I&M Bank has partnered with Mastercard to launch the new Business Credit Card proposition, a comprehensive financial tool designed to…
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[Video] Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6, What’s New?
Samsung on Wednesday officially announced its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6. This year, Samsung…
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CYBER SECURITY
Ben Gelman: How Much Will AI Really Help Cyber Security?
The field of information security is undergoing a significant transformation with the development of artificial intelligence [AI] technologies. New AI…
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Gadgets
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold6 and Z Flip6 with advanced AI features officially launched
Samsung on Wednesday officially announced its latest foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6. This year, Samsung…
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CLOUD
Data Center market to grow by 30% and hit over $430 billion value by 2028
Over the past decade, the once-niche piece of IT infrastructure- data centers- has become the talk of the investment world…
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Gadgets
Samsung enables Apple AirPlay on its Hospitality TVs
Samsung has announced Samsung Hospitality TV compatibility with AirPlay, allowing hotel guests to connect their iOS and iPadOS devices to…
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News
Kenyan identity startup Peleza merges with YC-backed Prembly
Kenyan identity management startup Peleza has announced that it’s merging with US-based YC-backed company Prembly. Prembly is a provider of…
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Gadgets
Unveiling The Best-Selling Smartphones For You In 2024
The smartphone industry is booming in 2024 thanks to cutting-edge launches from well-known tech companies. These smartphones are shattering previous…
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Startups
Nigerian fintech Fincra to launch EUR Virtual Account solutions
Fincra, the Nigerian fintech has announced plans to launch its latest Banking as a Service (BaaS) product, the EUR Virtual…
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COLUMNS
Parag Mendiratta: Unlocking Growth Opportunities in East Africa’s IT Channel Landscape
The East African region is poised for significant growth in the IT sector, presenting a massive base of opportunities for…
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Startups
Copia fails to raise funding, enters into administration
Copia Global, the Kenyan last-mile delivery and eCommerce platform has entered administration. The Company has hired Makenzi Muthusi and Julius…
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News
Oppo A60 with, Snapdragon 680 SoC 5,000mAh battery, launched in Kenya
OPPO has today announced the launch of the OPPO A60, the latest entry in its A series of smartphones in…
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Startups
MPost rolls out electronic P.O. Box service in Rwanda
MPost, the Kenyan tech startup that transforms mobile numbers into virtual addresses has rolled out its e-P.O.Box system in Rwanda.…
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News
How this startup is helping creators in Africa monetize their skills
Africa is witnessing an unprecedented rise in digital entrepreneurship, thanks to the burgeoning creator economy. Valued at US$ 3.08 billion…
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Reviews
OPPO Reno11F 5G Review: Worth The Price
OPPO Reno11F 5G Review: OPPO has recently introduced the Reno11F 5G to the Kenyan market. This phone is an addition…
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News
Jumia appoints East Africa regional CEO
E-commerce platform Jumia today announced the appointment of Vinod Goel, as Regional CEO East Africa. Vinod previously served as the…
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News
Twiga Foods appoints new CEO
Twiga Foods on Tuesday announced the appointment of Charles Ballard as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Charles takes over…
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